UK announces public inquiry into Yom Kippur synagogue attack
Britain launches a public inquiry into the 2025 Manchester synagogue terror attack in which two Jewish worshippers were murdered.
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One dead in roller coaster incident at Six Flags in Georgia
One person is dead and several others injured following a roller coaster incident at Six Flags Over Georgia. Police investigating.
UK PM: IRGC 'almost certainly' behind RAF Fairford terror plot
British Prime Minister Andy Burnham says Iran's Revolutionary Guards almost certainly directed a suspected plot targeting RAF Fairford, a base used by US bombers.
Hungarian University honors Gaza terrorist, then removes tribute
Gaza terrorist honored by a Hungarian university as an outstanding student killed in the war. An Israeli exposes his terrorist activities, prompting the removal of the tribute.
'Legitimizes antisemitism'
'Legitimizes antisemitism': Israel votes against UN Durban resolution
UN adopts a resolution backing the Durban Declaration, despite the fact that the conference promoted antisemitism and hatred of Israel. Danon: We will not support a resolution that legitimizes antisemitism.
Israel showcases combat-proven defense technology at major US exhibition
Amid record defense exports exceeding $19.2 billion, Israel's Defense Ministry brings 19 companies to AUSA 2026 in Washington, showcasing advanced drone interception, electronic warfare, and AI-powered surveillance technologies.
President Herzog awards Presidential Medal of Honor to Israel Bonds
President Isaac Herzog honors Israel Bonds for raising more than $58 billion over 75 years, including $8.5 billion since October 7.
Two polls:
Two polls: Hendel and Zelekha cross electoral threshold; Ofer Winter is out
The Reservists-Economic Party, led by Yoaz Hendel and Yaron Zelekha, wins four seats in two polls published this evening, while Amcha Yisrael Party, led by Ofer Winter, remains below the electoral threshold.
Guy Hochman to honor fallen IDF officer who bought tickets for his girlfriend
Captain Eliav Haim Tzapalamus surprised his girlfriend with tickets to a Guy Hochman show, but fell in Lebanon. Hochman will leave his seat empty in his memory.
Disturbing footage: Cyclist thrown onto road in collision
Security camera footage captured the moment an electric bicycle rider collided with a car in Bnei Brak.
MDA testimony
MDA testimony: 'Students treated their injured friends'
Magen David Adom personnel recount the terrifying aftermath of the explosion on the Ramim Ridge.
Ramim Ridge tragedy
Ramim Ridge tragedy: Student put unexploded ordnance in his bag before it detonated
An initial investigation reveals the sequence of events leading to the tragedy in which 1 was killed and 19 wounded.
Father recounts: 'My son saw and heard the explosion'
The father of a student who participated in the ORT Ma'alot Yeshiva trip, during which an unexploded ordnance blast injured students and teachers, described the minutes when he was unable to contact his son.
Hundreds of meters long
Watch: Hezbollah tunnels hundreds of meters long destroyed in southern Lebanon
Inside the tunnels, the troops found hideouts and weapons, including Kalashnikov rifles, a machine gun, and anti-tank missiles.
Watch
Watch: Seinfeld to protester: 'I'm sending your ticket money to Israel'
A woman interrupted the comedian's performance in Chicago, accusing him over the war in Gaza. Seinfeld responded: "I'm going to find out how much your ticket was. I'm sending it to Israel."
HawkGuard
IAI unveils new drone interception system: HawkGuard
Israel Aerospace Industries introduces a new active protection system capable of intercepting hostile drones without explosive warheads, adding another layer to its aerial defense capabilities.
Tragedy in north
1 killed, 24 hurt in explosion on school hike
25 people were injured, one of whom died, when unexploded ordnance detonated near Kibbutz Yiftah in the Upper Galilee.
Lapid fires back at Herzog: No more 'fake unity' with Netanyahu
Opposition leader Yair Lapid warns Israeli President Isaac Herzog against pushing for another unity government, accuses Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu of using votes for him to topple coalition.
From Los Angeles to Jerusalem:
From Los Angeles to Jerusalem: Rabbi Kalman Topp establishes new community in Jerusalem
After 17 years leading a congregation in Los Angeles, Rabbi Kalman Topp is turning a lifelong dream of living in Israel into reality, spearheading the establishment of Kehilat Ahavat Yisrael in Jerusalem.
Three years after Oct. 7:
Three years after October 7: One in five Israelis still struggling to function
New research by Clalit and the Brookdale Institute finds that 20% of Israelis continue to experience severe difficulties in daily functioning due to mental health issues, with young women particularly affected.
Baby son born to Negev and Galilee Minister
Negev and Galilee Minister Yitzhak Waserlauf welcomes fourth child with wife Moriya.
Smotrich: Haredim are ungrateful to G-d
Bezalel Smotrich criticized haredi opposition to Zionism and the draft, while saying change on enlistment must come through persuasion, not force.
IDF prepares for first election day over the border
Early voting for IDF soldiers will begin October 20, with more than 800 stationary and mobile polling stations operating through election day.
MK Kroizer to be investigated over alleged assault of officer
Attorney General Gali Baharav-Miara approved questioning MK Yitzhak Kroizer under caution over a clash with police, while Kroizer says officers assaulted him.
Supreme Court doubles compensation for firebomb victims
Supreme Court orders convicted terrorist Adam Abbasi to pay NIS 63,000 to Jerusalem family following 2025 firebomb attack.
Haredi man attacked in Ashdod, shtreimel damaged
Three minors on electric scooters attack Belz Hasid in Ashdod, striking him in the face with a water balloon and damaging his shtreimel.
Supreme Court orders IDF to let residents return to terror Camps
The Supreme Court ordered the IDF to present a timetable for residents’ return to Jenin, Tulkarm, and Nur Shams camps despite stated security concerns.
Herzog vows to prevent another round of elections
Israeli President Isaac Herzog pledges to do everything in his power to prevent another election, stressing need for stable government.
Herzog warns:
Herzog warns: Blaming Jews has once again become Europe's default response
Herzog tells French Jewish leaders that Europe is scapegoating Jews and warns that boycotts and sanctions against Israel harm Arabs while shielding Hamas from responsibility.
Kfar Saba mayor arrested on bribery suspicions
Police arrest 17 suspects, detain seven others, in major corruption investigation involving central Israeli municipality.
Parents fume
Parents fume: Six toddlers escape daycare in central Israel
Six two-year-olds wander out of Petah Tikva daycare center unsupervised, with three reaching a busy road nearly a kilometer away.
IDF plans major troop reduction in Gaza border communities
The IDF plans to reduce its permanent presence in Gaza envelope communities after the elections, with reservists remaining only in towns closest to the border.
Caught from above:
Caught from above: Drone leads police to reckless Nazareth rider
A police drone spotted a motorcyclist riding recklessly through Nazareth, tracked him from the air, and guided officers on the ground to make the arrest.
Smotrich: Supreme Court endangering Israel's security
Supreme Court justices order IDF to present timetable for displaced residents to return to Jenin and Tulkarm, Finance Minister Bezalel Smotrich warns move could restore terrorist infrastructure.
Where’s Aryeh Deri? Shas campaign quietly pushes its leader aside
A Channel 16 report says Shas campaigners believe Aryeh Deri is hurting the party with key voter groups, prompting his near-total absence from campaign materials.
Colombia to open embassy in Jerusalem on Wednesday
Colombia will open an embassy in Jerusalem on Wednesday, becoming the 10th country to do so as President Abelardo de la Espriella strengthens ties with Israel.
Sara Netanyahu ordered to pay Yair Golan's legal expenses
The District Court rejects Sara Netanyahu's request to dismiss a defamation lawsuit filed against her by Yair Golan and orders her to pay 2,000 shekels in legal expenses.
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Watch: Israeli war veteran who lost his leg completes Ironman world championship
Boris Shtonda, who was severely wounded in Gaza in November 2023 and lost his right leg, completes a full Ironman race in Hawaii following his rehabilitation.
Netanyahu demands investigation into participants in NAZA film
Prime Minister Netanyahu calls on the IDF Chief of Staff, Shin Bet chief, and Attorney General to launch a comprehensive investigation into participants in the anti-Israel film and pursue criminal charges.
Report:
Report: Amazon in talks to acquire Israeli AI startup Decart
Amazon is reportedly negotiating a $7 billion acquisition of Israeli AI startup Decart, founded in 2023 and known for its real-time video editing technology.
